Possibly the only place on earth that brings you the uncomfortable fushion of strippers, house…read morewives, internet perverts who live with their mums and people who think Father Christmas is sexy- seriously, Santa themed sexy underwear?? Despite her famous Ann Summers parties which bring the bingo crowd to your house to laugh at dildos that threaten to smash your coffee table, Ann has managed to achieve something of a respectable, upper market reputation on the high street which allows her to charge prices as indecent as a pair of crotchless undies. A very pricey way to look silly and get cold.

I don't really get Ann Summers. Not in a sense that I can't find anything in there for me to wear…read more(cross dressing isn't really my thing), but more in the sense that I really wouldn't be that interested in my girlfriend wearing any of their stuff for special times. It's just all a bit tacky and not actually that sexy, in my opinion. There, said it.

Always find well fitting, fashionable, good priced underwear with beautiful indulgent changing…read morerooms and really friendly staff. Small shop but plenty in it in many sizes - much better than when it was Contessa. All good reasons to go but the main thing is the gift wrapping - rather than stuff it into a bag, your goods are wrapped in tissue paper, scented beads are added and it is put in a gift box/bag for no extra cost. Sorry any environmentalists but Im a sucker for all this extra wrapping - it makes your purchase (even if just a pair of pants!) 10 times more special and can make great gifts!

Now a La Senza store, part of the national chain of lingerie shops. I love their goods, they are a…read morebit more expensive than other places i've been but theres loads of choice and a huge variety of different styles and sizes. I always find something i like - usually pyjamas! Sizes come up a bit small and the staff seem a bit snooty but well worth a visit.

Even though it was freezing cold outside, I was too excited about exploring what bizarre new treats…read morewere on offer at Sh this visit to accept the offer of a cup of tea or coffee from the sales assistant who lept up to greet me on arrival. Some people might need a warm beverage to relax them when confronted with the plethora of pleasure giving devices presented in this sexy grotto, I am not one of them, although I have to say, what a lovely touch. What I love about Sh is that they cater for girls and understand that most of us don't want to be confronted by a huge, black wobbly dildo when entering a store. Not to say that you cant buy one, or one covered in spikes or made out of glass or attached to a harness here (you get the picture) but they are tastefully presented and surrounded by feathers, bell adorned nipple tassles and rhinestone handcuffs amongst other wonderful inventions. The staff are pleasant, very knowledgeable and discreet, my first visit to the store was to buy a vibrator and the sales assistant recommended several, based on personal experience and sent me away very happy indeed with a waterproof 'Jessica' (£22). The variety of toys for men and women here rivals any similar store that I have visited and they also have a good selection of lubricants, literature and underwear.

It was the most comfortable experience coming into the store and purchasing my first toy! I felt I…read morespent a long time comparing the different items but I'm glad the ladies helped me out by answering the random questions I had, telling me their honest options about the models and giving me time to look without pressure. I truly appreciate their expertise and I highly recommend to come here if it's your first time or if your shopping in general! Also the cup of tea is quite generous! Thank you again ladies!

brilliant shop that sells plus sized underwear. staff are brilliant at measuring ou and will bring…read moreyou bras to try on. theyre even happy to order items in for you which is handy. they also do swimming costumes/bikinis and maternity/breast feeding underwear

Oh, just so much classier than Ann Summers…read more Lust sell 'erotic accessories' - sex toys, lingerie, books etc, but also shoes, jewellery and various novelty items and ornaments. This is a great, fun place just to look around - it's not 'just' a sex shop, so it's good for funny gifts for friends as well as for things you might want to reserve for your partner.

Lust is a cheeky little shop in the North Laine and has a wealth of saucy and funny items to pick…read moreup. The ground floor is filled with chocolate novelties of the adult variety whilst an exploration of the top floor (the equivalent of top shelf produce) has a number of interesting items to keep things lively in the bedroom. The staff are cool and will put those of a slightly more shy nature at ease. A good shop to pick up an adult present for your partner or to buy a comedy gift for a friend.

This is such an old-time glamorous place to shop for lingerie. There's real sense of nostalgia for…read morethe lost reverence women had when it came to shopping for their underthings. Everything here is such a fanatic combination of rich satins and delicate laces... styles that are both subtly alluring and fiercely sexy. The window displays are ever-changing and never fail to woo me inside... with very few exceptions (most waspies just aren't that flattering...) I could easily cart off all of the darling nighties and luxurious knickers they have hanging on their racks. They support and carry a lot of more boutiquey labels and independent designer brands - which means you'll find stuff here that you won't anywhere else. They even have a line for expectant mothers (literally, yummy mummies, oy). This is also your place if you happen to be in the market for a corset or any other burlesque type fashions - they can even hook you up with the same satiny corset designed for Ms. Dita Von Teese.